About the Fairy Gerygone
The Fairy Gerygone (Gerygone palpebrosa) is a species of bird in the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 66 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code faiger1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Gerygone palpebrosa |
| Species Codes | faiger1, FAGE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fairy Gerygone belong to?
The Fairy Gerygone (Gerygone palpebrosa) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Fairy Gerygone?
The Fairy Gerygone is a member of the Thornbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Fairy Gerygone sighting?
You can log sightings of Fairy Gerygone on eBird (ebird.org) using species code faiger1, or on iNaturalist.